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DRAFT LAW IN BULGARIA COUNTERS HUMAN TRAFFICKING

Thu, Jul 27 2006 14:25 CET 386 Views

A new project for changes to the Penal Code envisions prison sentences varying from five to 10 years for everyone trying to sell newborn children abroad.

The fine for the trafficking of pregnant women could reach up to 10 000 leva, according to the project.

Changes to the Penal Code were tabled in Parliament on July 25, Bulgarian news agency BTA reported.

Additional fines and punishments would be provided for parents who misuse their position to force children into marriage. Parents face a prison sentence from one to five years and a fine of up to 10 000 leva for such acts.

Parents, who provide their children aged below 16 with firearms would also be sanctioned. In case a child harms another person, using a weapon, the parents would be held accountable, BTA reported.

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